Flights to the Cook Islands
Air Tahiti Nui offers regular flights to the Cook Islands through its interline partners. Spend your vacation in Rarotonga (RAR) or Aitutaki (AIT), two popular destinations in the Cook Islands, and enjoy their exceptional landscapes. Travel from France (Paris CDG), the United States (Los Angeles LAX), or from our other codeshare destinations easily: enter your departure and arrival cities and your travel dates in our flight search tool to find your airline tickets.
Fly to the Cook Islands
Air Tahiti Nui, voted Best Airline in the South Pacific on numerous occasions during the GT Tested Reader Survey Awards, connects Tahiti to several cities around the world aboard the Tahitian Dreamliner. The Polynesian airline is also expanding its network through codeshare and interline partnerships with other airlines.
These include Air Tahiti, the inter-island airline in French Polynesia, and Air Rarotonga, the main airline in the Cook Islands. These trusted partners enable us to offer you flights to the Cook Islands. Find round-trip flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in France or Los Angeles Airport (LAX) in the United States to the following destinations:
Rarotonga via Rarotonga International Airport (RAR), near the city of Avatoru: This is the main island of the Cook Archipelago. This flight allows you to land close to all amenities (hotels, cultural villages, excursions, etc.).
Aitutaki via Aitutaki Airport (AIT): the island with pristine beaches and beautiful landscapes. Ideal for landing directly in a little paradise in the middle of the sea, with a romantic atmosphere away from the world.
Choose your preferred travel class
Poerava Business
The Poerava Business class offers a luxury cabin. Its comfortable seats recline 180°. You can rest comfortably throughout the flight. Book your flight in Poerava Business class and benefit from priority access, two pieces of luggage up to 32 kg in the hold, and the Lounge Pass.
Mānava Premium
With our Mānava Premium cabin, you'll enjoy wider seats and more legroom. Our lagoon-colored seats recline 20 cm and a premium comfort kit awaits you on board. Travel with two pieces of luggage up to 23kg with your Premium class tickets.
Moana Economy
Save money on tickets with Moana Economy. Our economy class cabin provides you with the comfort of 15 cm reclining seats equipped with individual high-definition touch screens. Meals and a 23kg checked bag are included in our economy fare.
The Cook Islands with Air Tahiti Nui and its airline partner
Air Tahiti Nui has partnered with the best regional airlines to offer you the opportunity to extend your trip to some amazing destinations. Book your round trip flight on our website or with our booking agents to enjoy our best fares and combine both legs of your flight into a single reservation. Quick and easy, your reservation includes:
· The flight from Los Angeles to Tahiti (LAX – PPT) or from Paris to Tahiti (CDG – PPT) aboard Air Tahiti Nui's Tahitian Dreamliner 787-9.
· The flight from Tahiti to Rarotonga (Avatoru Airport, RAR) or Tahiti to Aitutaki (AIT Airport) aboard our partner's aircraft.
If you are departing from another city, Air Tahiti Nui offers numerous codeshare connections between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and other cities in the United States, including Seattle, Chicago, San Francisco, and New York. Take advantage of our partnerships to easily reach the South Pacific.
Book your round-trip flight to the Cook Islands now to get the most out of our current deals.
On flights operated by Air Tahiti Nui (CDG - PPT or LAX - PPT), the ticket price includes in-flight service, meals and drinks, as well as a baggage allowance tailored to your travel class. Flights between Papeete and Rarotonga (PPT - RAR) or Papeete and Aitutaki (PPT - AIT) are subject to the policies set by the airlines operating these routes.
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What to do in the Cook Islands ?
The Cook Islands is a self-governing state associated with New Zealand. It is an ideal destination for a trip combining nature, culture, and relaxation. Rarotonga, the main island, easily accessible via RAR airport, is often the starting point for visitors wishing to discover the archipelago's most popular sites.
The capital, Avarua, located on Rarotonga, allows visitors to immerse themselves in local life thanks to the Punanga Nui market and its cultural events. Among the most popular places are the beaches of Aitutaki and One Foot Island, renowned for their exceptional landscapes and turquoise lagoons. Take a few days to explore them.
On the Cook Archipelago, days are defined by the sea: dive into crystal-clear lagoons and leave your worries behind. Nature lovers can also explore the island of Atiu or Mount Te Rua Manga. The Muri Night Markets (open every day from 5 p.m. except Mon., Fri., and Sat.) are also a must-see experience to savor the authentic local atmosphere and the flavors of the Cook Islands for a few hours.
Before booking, we recommend doing some research to find out everything about the charming towns and beautiful islands of the archipelago. To help you, we have put together a short guide featuring the best places to visit in the Cook Islands.
Best time to visit the Cook Islands
Before you start searching for flights to RAR or AIT airports and selecting your offer, it is essential to know the ideal seasons for booking.
The best time to travel to the Cook Islands is between April and October (spring/summer months in the United States). Although temperatures are consistent throughout the year, the weather is milder during these months: this is the dry season and temperatures are slightly cooler (but still averaging 75°F!). This is the best time to enjoy the beaches, mountains, and various excursions available on the islands. It is also an excellent time to travel if you have planned a stopover in Tahiti on your outbound or return flight.
You now have all the information you need to plan your trip to the heart of the Pacific. Fly to Rarotonga or Aitutaki at the best price with flights departing from France or the United States. Check out and compare the current offers on our flight search tool to find available dates and round-trip fares. Don't wait, finalize your Cook Islands trip reservation in just a few clicks!